CAMPILLO SS26 “Repetición”
On September 12, 2025, the Manhattan skyline became the dramatic backdrop for Patricio Campillo’s SS 26 collection, Repetición. Presented at 180 Maiden Lane, the show marked a striking evolution in CAMPILLO’s vision, balancing the brand’s core codes of charro tailoring, artisanal craft, and sculptural precision with new collaborations that broaden the cultural conversation.
A Philosophy of Repetition
At the heart of the collection lies a meditation on repetition—not as monotony, but as ritual, mantra, and salve. For Campillo, repetition is the quiet rhythm that defines identity and sustains tradition. On the runway, it translated into a seamless flow of sharp-shouldered cropped jackets, elongated trousers, and architectural hand-stitching that turned craft into structure. Each garment carried the weight of order turned into poetry, where repeated gestures became visual harmony.
Innovation in Materiality
One of the season’s defining innovations was the development of an in-house knit, crafted by cutting fabric into strips and weaving them into a contemporary intrecciato. This brutalist reinterpretation of basketry honored Mexican craft while elevating it into modern luxury. Across the collection, this woven texture provided a steady rhythm that reinforced the theme without feeling redundant.
CAMPILLO also expanded its collaborations with textile artisans, integrating traditional knitted fabrics and felting techniques. A highlight was the brand’s ongoing partnership with Don Julio, producing garments and accessories made from natural agave fibers intertwined with cotton thread. This collaboration underscored a shared commitment to cultural integrity, sustainability, and modern design innovation.
Tailoring as Backbone
While craft gave the collection its heartbeat, tailoring remained the backbone. CAMPILLO’s cut is streamlined and intentional—stripped of excess, yet rich in detail. The clarity of jackets cropped just so, trousers elongated with precision, and textures that carried across distance and up close, defined a wardrobe of pure refinement. Footwear, crafted exclusively by the Portuguese Footwear Association (APICCAPS) and Mariano Shoes, grounded the looks with polished strength.
A Network of Craftsmanship
The collaborators behind Repetición spanned Mexico, France, and Portugal, each enriching the collection with their artistry. In Mexico City, Saualli Textil developed interlaced cotton–palm textiles and crafted ixtle chaps and accessories, while 86nudos Studio, in partnership with Don Julio, created ixtle-and-cotton-thread accessories. From Paris, Maison Fevrier by Máxime Leroy contributed feather corsetry and suede feather covers, and in Querétaro, Pedro and Marcela Vega prepared fibers using ancestral methods. Hamacas Mexicanas in Mérida wove traditional Yucatecan hammocks, while E7 Studio by Elena Valdez experimented with natural dyeing and rusting techniques. Silversmith Carlos Andrés Sánchez added artisanal detail with hand-forged buckles and buttons, and in Oaxaca, artisans Jerónimo Martínez Victoriano and Alfonso José García, curated by Natalia Ramírez, produced speckled pedal-loom textiles.
Together, these collaborations affirmed the thesis of Repetición: to repeat is to refine, to remember, and to evolve. CAMPILLO transformed repetition into continuity, allowing tradition to stand as a living, evolving force.
Behind the Scenes
The show’s execution reflected the same precision as the garments themselves. Styling by Chino Castilla and casting by Ignacio Murillo set the tone, while makeup by Nolan Eakin and the New York Makeup Academy and hair by Evanie Frausto with Cutler Salon brought the looks to life. Music curated by Ruzzi carried the audience through the collection, with production by LA MALLE and public relations managed by PURPLE ensuring the narrative extended far beyond the runway.
About CAMPILLO
Founded in 2017 by Patricio Campillo, CAMPILLO blends Mexican heritage with a contemporary, sustainable perspective. A recent LVMH Prize semi-finalist, the label draws inspiration from charro culture, Mexican modernist architecture, and a self-described “pre-Hispanic minimalism.” With Repetición, CAMPILLO continues to distill tradition into modern clarity, crafting clothing that embodies both cultural memory and forward vision.
photo credit : Zeeshaan Shabbir